Cardio Yard Work, a thing of the past

Friday, May 21, 2010

I used to count grass mowing as a cardio workout until yesterday. Since I've been exercising and really pushing myself lately, I've noticed that I seem to be in better physical shape. So I went to mow the lawn last night and didn't even hardly work up a sweat, hardly a work-out at all. Seems my stamina has improved - that's a good thing, so I am no longer gonna count lawn mowing as a cardio exercise. I got done and wasn't out of breath and was feeling pretty good.

At least last night I thought I was in pretty good shape but I guess I was briefly delusional. This morning I got up early to do Jillian Michaels Fat Burner DVD and those thoughts of being in pretty shape went right on outta my head. Jillian blasted me back to reality - that video kills me everytime.

I know I will be in excellent shape when i can complete that DVD without sweating profusely, my heart beating out of my chest and feeling totally whipped when I was finished. I've got a long way to go. Thank you Jillian for "keeping it real".

  

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PRINCESSKIANE 5/22/2010 8:31AM

that's you're doing awesome. i wish i had a lawn to cut so i could count it as cardio... but i still love my cardio dvds :) Report Inappropriate Comment

DDOORN 5/21/2010 9:55PM

I love my reel (non-gas-powered) lawn mower cuz I can put on my mp3 player (no loud gas mower to drown out!) and JOG my way through my lawn mowing...woo hoo! With the right tunes I can fairly look like I'm waltzing or boogie-ing with my mower...lol! Don Report Inappropriate Comment

READNKNIT 5/21/2010 11:26AM

Good for you! But I'd still count the lawn-mowing! It's still cardio even if you're not sweating! Report Inappropriate Comment

LIS193 5/21/2010 11:06AM

Mowing the lawn without getting our of breath is progress! Jillian has high standards and it takes a while to work up to those.. Measure success by progress Report Inappropriate Comment

POLKADOTREVIVAL 5/21/2010 11:06AM

You're a brave soul. Jillian Michael's videos scare me. Report Inappropriate Comment

HOKIEJEN13 5/21/2010 10:33AM

Haha, yes, Jillian does keep it real. BUT! Kudos on not being out of breath from lawn mowing! That's success right there! And, you picked a great day yesterday to do it! Hope your Friday is fabulous! Report Inappropriate Comment

Retail Therapy - Round 2

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Yesterday was such a disappointment, went to Penney's at lunch and even stopped at Dress Barn on my way home from work - and I came home with $$$ in my wallet and bagless - NOTHING, NADA, ZIP, ZILCH.

Don't know why I've got shopping fever, but it's like a drug - gotta have it. So I'm gonna hit up Macy's today at lunch, my goodness they are bound to have a sale, they are always having a sale - just hope there's something with my name written all over it.

A Girls Gotta SHOP !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  

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INDIANAKATHY 5/20/2010 3:30PM

That's because you're looking so great - you just need that new outfit to show off your great look. :) But I agree, a girls gotta shop Report Inappropriate Comment

POLYANASUNSHINE 5/20/2010 2:51PM

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TBLOYED 5/20/2010 2:15PM

That always happens to me....when I'm ready to do some serious shopping, I can't find a thing that i like, or that's a good enough deal to buy!! Good luck on your shopping spree!! Report Inappropriate Comment

RUNJEWELRUN 5/20/2010 1:12PM

Thanks for the encouragement! Hope you find what you are looking for shopping :) Report Inappropriate Comment

LIS193 5/20/2010 10:59AM

Have fun shopping! I found the cutest denim and twill walking shorts and ethnic style t-shirts at Sams Club last month. No Macy's within 300 miles :( Report Inappropriate Comment

HOKIEJEN13 5/20/2010 10:23AM

Oooooh! While you're at Macy's, I'll be at New York and Co. They have this super cute dress I saw - totally cruise worthy! I can't wait to see if I love it as much in person as I do online! Plus, all their shorts are on sale - buy one, get one for $10! Can't beat that!!!! Hope you find something amazing! And, thanks for thinking I'm motivational! Afterall, that little dress hainging in the door way for next weekend is my inspiration. Report Inappropriate Comment

Workout Done to make time for RETAIL THERAPY.

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Got up early this morning for a workout, didn't work up a sweat, still trying to take it easy, but a 30-minute walk does wonders for setting your mood for the day. So my workout for today is done. Good for me since I want to spend my lunch hour getting some retail therapy at the mall, maybe a new blouse, a workout tank top, a desperately needed pair of shorts, or a new silver bangle (I lost the one I have had for 10 yrs). Undecided on what exactly I'm looking for but I'll know it when I find it, and of course it has to be a bargain just something new to keep the good mood going. Hope everyone has a great day.

A Girls Gotta SHOP !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  

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POLYANASUNSHINE 5/19/2010 6:58PM

You need new stuff to show off how much weight you have lost Report Inappropriate Comment

SHANTRA 5/19/2010 11:41AM

Oh I hope you buy your shorts AND a bangle. You deserve it. Report Inappropriate Comment

SEEAMANDARUN 5/19/2010 10:09AM

And isn't shopping a lot more fun now? I use to dread it and now I have to keep myself away from the mall! Report Inappropriate Comment

JDCOOPER 5/19/2010 8:03AM

I love retail therapy!! Hope you find something pretty and a bargain of course! You look great and thanks for your post on my blog! Report Inappropriate Comment

24 to a 12

Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Bought my first size 12 dress since 1990 something to wear to a friend's wedding this past weekend. I felt like a million bucks. I can't describe how wonderful I felt wearing it, I was confident and I had a great time. I'm still hangin on Cloud Nine. I used to wear a size 22/24 and now I am in a 12. Empowering. I have worked so hard and still have a little ways to go, but buying and wearing that dress definitely gave me the "umph" I needed to keep going. Has it been hard? yes. Is it worth it? Absolutely, can you tell from the smile on my face.


Here's a pic of my hubby and daughter too. We had so much fun dancing the night away, something about a new dress and hot pink heels to boost the confidence.




Thanks so much to all my SP friends, who motivate me and keep me going, you are all fabulous, couldn't have come this far without you.

  

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KOZLOVIC2 5/20/2010 8:31AM

Wow !!!!!! You look great....keep up the good work. Report Inappropriate Comment

POLKADOTREVIVAL 5/19/2010 11:05AM

You look fabulous! Congratulations! Report Inappropriate Comment

SEEAMANDARUN 5/19/2010 10:10AM

You look gorgeous! Keep up the good work! Report Inappropriate Comment

MLKOLAR 5/19/2010 5:42AM

You look awesome!!!!!!!!!! Good for you and what a beautiful family!! You go girl! Report Inappropriate Comment

NIGHTOWL62 5/19/2010 3:47AM

You look absolutely terrific! What a change from you 2007 pic! And congratulations on your 5K! You truly are inspiring! Report Inappropriate Comment

CHRISTINA217 5/19/2010 12:34AM

You look great! Report Inappropriate Comment

AHGREENW 5/18/2010 9:44PM

You look terrific! Congratulations! Report Inappropriate Comment

IRONGRANNIE 5/18/2010 9:39PM

What a wonderful achievement. You have every right to be proud of yourself. Well done! Report Inappropriate Comment

Outta Commission

Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Well I am officially out of commission as far as working out for a few days, had a minor surgical procedure yesterday and really sore today. No workout videos for this week, but I can manage a walk, but no running. Maybe a week off will do me good, kick me off this plateau.

  

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POLYANASUNSHINE 5/18/2010 9:48PM

Do not over do. Report Inappropriate Comment

POLYANASUNSHINE 5/18/2010 9:48PM

Take care and do not over do. Report Inappropriate Comment

LILPAT3 5/18/2010 2:59PM

Get better. Often a break makes your body much stronger when you get back to it. It enables your body to adjust and repair. Report Inappropriate Comment

BEAR128 5/18/2010 11:44AM

Take care of yourself and take it easy. Report Inappropriate Comment